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C++ How to Program (Early Objects Version), International Edition: Early Objects Version Paperback – 9 May 2013
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For Introduction to Programming (CS1) and other more intermediate courses covering programming in C++. Also appropriate as a supplement for upper-level courses where the instructor uses a book as a reference for the C++ language.
This best-selling comprehensive text is aimed at readers with little or no programming experience. It teaches programming by presenting the concepts in the context of full working programs and takes an early-objects approach. The authors emphasize achieving program clarity through structured and object-oriented programming, software reuse and component-oriented software construction. The Ninth Edition encourages students to connect computers to the community, using the Internet to solve problems and make a difference in our world. All content has been carefully fine-tuned in response to a team of distinguished academic and industry reviewers.
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- Print length1088 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherP&C ECS
- Publication date9 May 2013
- Dimensions17.9 x 3.8 x 23.4 cm
- ISBN-100273793292
- ISBN-13978-0273793298
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- Publisher : P&C ECS; 9th edition (9 May 2013)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 1088 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0273793292
- ISBN-13 : 978-0273793298
- Dimensions : 17.9 x 3.8 x 23.4 cm
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Good reference to keep since it is full of tips and tricks.
Even if there is a lot of documentation on the web, it never beats a well written book.

When I purchase a programming book, I expect the examples to be clear and free of errors. I expect the material to be covered in a logical fashion. I expect to be able to read the book without it putting me to sleep. My expectations in this regard were very easily met; after 9 editions over almost 20 years, the authors know what they are doing and do a great job of it. The examples are written to use best-practices where appropriate. In many cases, this requires the reader to use a concept that has not yet been covered--in every case of this that I have seen, a quick explanation is offered with a reference to the complete coverage; these are not left to stand alone, but they are introduced early so good habits develop before bad ones. A similar mechanism is also used to link the various topics covered; a real-world example of one topic ends by touching on the next.
The latest edition met all of my expectations and is a valued addition to my library. That said, I bought it knowing what I was expecting to get. It warrants mentioning what it is not so buyers don't mistake what it is for what they might want.
This is not the perfect desk reference, as the writing is far too verbose to serve that purpose. At 1000 pages, it was never meant to serve solely as a reference book. It contains all the material I would expect from a good reference book, and it is well-organized, but it contains far too much background, sample, and instructional material to be the ideal reference book.
This is not the book to use to teach yourself programming. It is meant to supplement classroom instruction. Experience with other languages, conversations with friends that are familiar with the topic, or other resources could easily serve the same purpose as the classroom, but some form of outside help is necessary, in my opinion. This is far too complicated of a topic to contain in a book, and the authors traded off hand-holding for depth of information; a tradeoff that leaves the book accessible to intermediate and advanced readers while making it a great supplement to the beginner.
This is the book to use to learn about language features you may not be familiar with, and use as a reference when first learning the language or when you just need a refresher.

The text is organized in a good manner in my opinion. The authors can go into a lot of detail, but I don't mind this. The code example do work (a big boon for an inexperienced programmer like me). The text is the early objects edition. If you have never programmed before you might wish to read their other version which introduces objects later in the text.
The Kindle edition has links that take you to different parts of the book. I use kindle for PC with Accessibility Plug-in and the introduction pages for each chapter take some time to load, but I think this is no fault with the digital edition. The examples are clear and easy to read. The text is easily digestible for just about anybody with the desire to learn C++.
If you are someone who is learning your first language I would guess you'd prefer the edition which introduces objects later-on in the text; this book throws them in your face early-on. If you're an engineer you may wish to pick up a book on C instead. If you want code snippets and how-to guides to do specific tasks in C++ this book isn't for you. If you're looking for a reference manual this book might work out; it seems to cover just about everything under the sea.
I rate this text with five stars. It's been invaluable to me and has helped me sharpen my skills in writing applications in C++.
Note: For beginners I'd suggest using Code::Blocks Integrated Development Environment to write your programs. You will also need to enable C++11 if using Code::Blocks.